Physiotherapy

Alicia Spencer

Alicia graduated from the University of Canberra with a Masters of Physiotherapy, after completing a Bachelor degree in Sport Coaching and Exercise Science.

She has experience treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. She has been a Netball Development Officer for Netball A.C.T; an Australian Institute of Sport Coach for the A.C.T Junior Athletics Talent Squad for Athletes with a Disability; and worked with first grade AFL teams throughout A.C.T.

Throughout her career, Alicia has worked both in the hospital setting and throughout the community of Canberra.

Her specific interests include antenatal and postnatal care, assessment and treatment of pelvic pain, the pelvic floor and incontinence for women and men. She runs hydrotherapy and land-based exercise classes for these clients.

Alicia is a firm believer that for everyone, exercise, education, well-being and a positive mindset are the best medicines. She focuses on how to assist clients to return to what they love, providing them with self-management strategies for a healthy life and to minimize risk of re-injury.

Interest Areas:

• Pregnancy and Babies
• Incontinence
• Endometriosis
• Men’s health
• Women’s health

Alicia Spencer is currently on maternity leave.

Andrew Gallagher

Andrew is providing Physiotherapy services at The Creswick Medical Centre on Tuesday mornings and Thursday afternoons.

Andrew has been practising for over 30 years and offers a broad range of Physiotherapy services for the treatment of spinal pain, sports injuries as well as general rehabilitation.  In addition to this Andrew has a specialised interest in pain management for, in particular orofacial pain and temporomandibular joint (TMJ ) disorders.

BodyTech Physiotherapy

At BodyTech we offer a full range of allied health services in clinic, we also offer Telehealth consultations (via phone or video conference) for these services. These include the following:

• Physiotherapy
  At BodyTech our hands-on treatment style coupled with a focus on exercise rehabilitation, means we will provide you with a tailored consultation that will allow you and your body the best results possible.

• Exercise Physiology
  Our exercise physiologist specialise in the delivery of exercise for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries. Our hands on treatment approach means we will provide you with a tailored consultation.

• Dietetics
  Our dietitian uses her expert knowledge of nutrition to educate clients on the relationship between food and health. Whether you require assistance managing your weight or training for an event, a dietitian has the expertise required to help.

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Charmaine Pollard

Charmaine completed her training as an occupational therapist in South Africa in 1978. She worked in the Acute Burns Management, Paediatrics, and neurology before moving to New Zealand in 1996.

Charmaine finished her training as a hand therapist while working at Palmerston North hospital and established the hand therapy service at the hospital

She has worked as a hand therapist for 15 years and is a full member of the Australian Hand Therapy Association. Her areas of speciality include trauma and burns.

Charmaine works across practices in Barton and Bruce.

Ella Borgeaud

Ella is a Physiotherapist passionate about running. If you are a runner wanting to improve your technique, performance, recover from injury, or prevent injury, Ella is your Physio.

She has a Masters of Physiotherapy, and a Bachelor of Sport Coaching & Exercise Science from the University of Canberra.

Ella is the 2020-2021 assistant Physiotherapist for the Canberra Capitals, and has previously worked with Wests Rugby, Australian Rules Football and Touch Football teams, and travelled internationally with Triathlon Australia squads.

In her spare time, you can find her running or cycling around Canberra, or supporting her AFL team, GWS Giants.

She has completed further training in Level 1 Sports Physiotherapy, Dry Needling and Level 1 Pilates Matwork.

Jennifer Shields

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Kiara Frith

Kiara Frith studied physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University in Orange and is currently completing a Masters in Musculoskeletal Health.
She is currently part of the team at Bathurst Physio, and has special interests in clinical pilates and dance physiotherapy.
Bookings via Ochre reception: (02) 6331 9444

Louise O'Brien

Louise travels fortnightly (Thursday and Friday) with The Royal Flying Doctor Service to provide physiotherapy services to our Medical Centre. Louise also provides Telehealth consultations when she isn’t in our medical centre.

During your initial appointment, you can expect a comprehensive physical assessment and discussion to get a detailed understanding of your pain or injury. The most appropriate treatment will be discussed and given at your first appointment. Treatment may involve a mix of hands-on therapy, education and appropriate exercises to get you back to full fitness. 

Her special interests range from treating pelvic, lower back and neck pain as well as headaches, sporting injuries and exercise rehabilitation. Manual therapy forms the foundation of her treatment techniques, and includes the McKenzie Method, muscle energy technique, and various soft tissue massage therapies. Louise’s commitment to continuing professional development ensures that her patients receive the most proven and up-to-date treatment. 

Louise has a establish physiotherapy clinic in Balmain Sydney since 2010 to provide more personalised care for her patients after growing another successful physiotherapy practice for 10 years in Rozelle.

Please call Ochre reception to discuss booking and fees – Louise bills privately, rebate may be available for those who have an enhanced primary care (EPC) referral.

Louise Roantree

Louise graduated from The University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) in 2003. Since graduating Louise has worked in a variety of health settings at The Canberra Hospital, in Community Health Centres, injury prevention & management unit in ACT Health and in private practice around Canberra gaining experience in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions.

Louise began working in the specialty area of hand physiotherapy in 2006 and was soon to realise that this is where her interest laid. In 2013 Louise completed USA based specialisation exams in hand therapy to become the first Certified Hand Therapist in Canberra.

In 2010 Louise established a hand physiotherapy service at SportsCare and Physiotherapy, originally at Garran in partnership with the University of Canberra Physiotherapy student led clinic. A few years later the clinic was relocated to Barton and is now a hand clinic team with 4 hand therapists. The speciality service expanded to the north side of Canberra in partnership with Ochre Health at the Bruce campus in 2015.

Louise is involved with the local hands special interest group and presents at sports course run through the Australian Physiotherapy Association and GP training workshops. She also is passionate about creating the ideal workplace for her staff to stimulate learning and furthering the awareness of hand therapy in the Canberra community and surrounding areas through education and support.

Paul Roebuck

Paul graduated from the University of South Australia in 1997 and originally hails from Lithgow.

Professional interests: low back and neck pain, persistent pain and longstanding complex patient problems, swimming and running injuries.

Paul has 20 years experience in treating musculoskeletal injuries. He has worked in Australia, UK (Liverpool and Edinburgh) and also Germany (working with the British military).

Outside of work Paul enjoys most sports including swimming, cycling, running and supporting Liverpool football club!

Please note that a fee of $80 may apply for cancellations at short notice or non-attendance.

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Robert Taylor

Robert graduated from the University of Canberra with a Masters of Physiotherapy in 2008 after completing an undergraduate degree in Medical Science from the Australian National University. Rob is currently undertaking a Masters of Sport Physiotherapy at La Trobe University.

Since graduating, Rob has spent his time working in private practice in Canberra and Queensland. During his time in Queensland, Rob had the opportunity to work with the AIS including the Australian Kayaking and Swim Teams and QAS athletes of all kinds. Rob has also spent many years working in rugby union as a team physiotherapist, including some time working with international sevens and local Canberra rugby teams. Rob has a strong interest in all sporting injuries, particularly complex hip and shoulder injuries, team sports and all forms of gym training and weightlifting.

Rob’s love of power sports comes from a background of previously competing at a national level in rowing and rugby union.  Rob is currently returning to weightlifting when he’s not running around after his kids.

Sarah Farraway

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Shelley Van Dorp

Shelley grew up with a love for sports and a fascination with the workings of the human body, leading her to study Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Physiotherapy with the University of Sydney.  In addition, Shelley has also done further studies in Pain management, Spine health, Pilates, Dry Needling and Women’s Health.

Shelley loves working with children and people with disabilities. She has spent extensive time researching and practicing in persistent pain rehabilitation, and believes understanding your diagnosis is crucial for recovery. Shelley is passionate about educating and empowering people with simple effective pain management strategies for long term solutions.

When not working Shelley is studying, hiking or doing art.

Sports & Spinal

Established in 1992, Sports & Spinal has grown to be one of the largest, most comprehensive and experienced Allied Health service providers in Queensland.

Sports & Spinal Sippy Downs features onsite car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Sippy Downs clinic is a popular choice for Sunshine Coast locals looking for physiotherapy, pilates, podiatry, exercise physiology, dietetics, remedial massage, group gym and New You classes.

Our telehealth platform enables allied health practitioners to provide secure video consultations and live exercise demonstrations. Our telehealth consultations will continue to deliver the same outstanding level of care as our in-clinic services, where our experienced clinicians will provide a tailed treatment plan to help reach their health goals.

Bookings: visit sportsandspinalphysio.com.au/

Phone: (07) 5437 2679

Sue Barker

With over 30 years’ experience, Sue can provide a diagnosis and effective treatment of muscle, ligamentous, joint and nerve injuries.

Sue will give you an individual exercise program, that will be easy to manage at home as you work towards a long term solution, not just a quick fix.

Physiotherapy services

• Physiotherapy
• Sports physiotherapy
• Dry needling

Please see Sue’s website for more.

TM physiotherapy

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